College Corinthians 2-1 Killester Donnycarne
FAI Cup, May 17, 2026

College Corinthians edged past Killester Donnycarne in a tightly contested FAI Cup first-round tie, securing a 2-1 victory on home soil. The result sees the Cork-based side advance to the next stage of Ireland’s premier knockout competition, while Killester’s cup run ends at the first hurdle.

Match Overview

The match, played under lights on 17 May 2026, saw Corinthians take control early. A strong home crowd at their ground in Douglas drove the team forward, and they opened the scoring in the first half through a well-worked move. Killester Donnycarne, representing the Dublin area, fought back after the interval and equalised through a set-piece header. However, Corinthians restored their lead with a second goal midway through the second half, and despite late pressure from the visitors, they held on to book their place in the next round.

Key Moments

• 20' – Corinthians strike first: A sweeping counter-attack ended with a clinical finish from inside the box.
• 55' – Killester equalise: A corner kick was met by a towering header to level the scores.
• 68' – Corinthians regain lead: A defensive slip allowed the home striker to slot home from close range.
• 90+3' – Late save: Corinthians goalkeeper denied a point-blank effort to preserve the win.

Impact on the Competition

College Corinthians now join the list of clubs awaiting the second-round draw. The FAI Cup is known for its giant-killing moments, and while both sides come from the non-league/amateur ranks, Corinthians will be eager to push deeper into the tournament. Killester Donnycarne will turn their focus back to league duties after a spirited display.

The win continues Corinthians’ strong home form in 2026, and they will approach the next round with confidence.